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🪧 Holding the Line Info Pickets Across CA
On July 1, thousands of state workers stood together at the Capitol to show the State we’re prepared to hold the line for the Contract we deserve.
Now, we’re taking that message across California.
Join our upcoming statewide informational pickets as we continue fighting for a Contract that recognizes the value of the work state workers do. The State needs to know our resolve didn’t end at the Capitol—and neither did our fight.
CoAlinga
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
⏰ Time:
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📌 Location:
Pleasant Valley State Prison
24863 Jayne Ave West, Coalinga, CA 93210
Chowchilla
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
⏰ Time:
5:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📌 Location:
Central California Women’s Facility
23370 Road 22, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Redding
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
⏰ Time:
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
📌 Location:
Redding City Hall
777 Cypress Ave, Redding, CA 96001
Fresno
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
⏰ Time:
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📌 Location:
Hugh Burns State Bldg
2550 Mariposa Mall, Fresno, CA 93721
San Diego
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
⏰ Time:
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📌 Location:
Mission Valley State Bldg
7575 Metropolitan Dr, San Diego, CA 92108
Atascadero
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
⏰ Time:
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📌 Location:
Atascadero State Hospital
10333 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
San Bernardino
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
⏰ Time:
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📌 Location:
Rosa Parks Bldg
464 W 4th St, San Bernardino, CA 92401
Chowchilla
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
⏰ Time:
5:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📌 Location:
Valley State Prison
21633 Avenue 24, Chowchilla, CA 93610
San Francisco
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
⏰ Time:
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📌 Location:
Civic Center Plaza
335 McAllister St, San Francisco, CA 94102
In addition to our statewide informational pickets, we’ll be hosting local actions and events across California so every member has an opportunity to stand with their coworkers and stay involved in our contract fight. More details will be shared soon.
As a next step in our fight, we also invite you to join us at Strike School to learn about your rights, the bargaining process, and strike preparedness.
In-person Strike School – Sacramento
- Saturday, July 25th from 10am-12pm (Registration begins at 9am)
- JFK High School, 6715 Gloria Dr, Sacramento, CA 95831
Virtual Strike School
- Thursday, July 30th, 6:00pm- 7:30pm
- Wednesday, August 12th, 6:00pm- 7:30pm
- Thursday, August 27th 6:00pm- 7:30pm
Upcoming CAT Meetings
Turning Member Conversations into Action
Tuesday, August 4 @ 6:30 PM
Virtual Meeting: Click here to register on Zoom
Wednesday, August 5 @ 6:00 PM
In-Person Meeting at SEIU Local 1000 Regional Offices: Click here to RSVP
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Every Second Tuesday of the Month
NEXT CALL – AUGUST 11
6:30 – 7:30PM
The Ask the Officers call is your monthly chance to connect directly with Local 1000 leadership. Hear critical updates, ask questions, and stay informed on union priorities that are important to you. Online via Zoom or watch on Facebook Live.
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Search the January 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023 Contract using the Contract Search Tool or view from the PDFs below.
ARTICLE 01Recognition | ARTICLE 02Union Representatives | ARTICLE 03Union Security | ARTICLE 04State’s Rights |
ARTICLE 05General Provisions | ARTICLE 06Grievance, Arbitration, and AWOL Procedures | ARTICLE 07Holidays | ARTICLE 08Leaves |
ARTICLE 09Health Benefits | ARTICLE 10Health & Safety | ARTICLE 11Salaries | ARTICLE 12Allowances and Reimbursements |
ARTICLE 13Career Development | ARTICLE 14Classification | ARTICLE 15Transfer | ARTICLE 16Layoff |
ARTICLE 17Retirement | ARTICLE 18Permanent Intermittents | ARTICLE 19Hours of work and Overtime | ARTICLE 20Post and Bid |
ARTICLE 21Miscellaneous | ARTICLE 22Special State Schools | ARTICLE 23CDCR Division of Juvenile Justice | ARTICLE 24Entire Agreement and Duration |
ARTICLE 25CDCR Adult Programs | Preamble | MOU | Side Letters |
ATTORNEY UNITMOU | GENERAL UNITMOU |
Side Letter of Agreement
July 2025
Our SEIU Local 1000 bargaining team reached a side letter of agreement with the state. Read the full details below:
FAQs
Have questions about the Side Letter? Check out some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below. Click here to view the full list of FAQs.
Are we really getting a 3% raise if there’s also a 3% PLP deduction?
Yes. Your base salary will increase by 3% in July 2025. A 3% PLP deduction will apply, but you’ll receive five hours of Personal Leave each month in exchange. In August 2025, OPEB (retiree healthcare) contributions are suspended, effectively adding 3% back to your take-home pay. The raise also increases your pension, overtime rates, and other pay-related benefits. Some classifications like seasonal, temporary, and permanent intermittent employees may be impacted differently. Please review the side letter for details.
Does suspending OPEB contributions affect my retirement?
If you currently contribute to OPEB (retiree healthcare), your contributions will be suspended from August 2025 through June 2027. This boosts your take-home pay but does not affect your retirement benefits.
Does PLP affect my seniority, retirement, or benefits?
No. PLP does not impact salary ranges, seniority, retirement calculations, state service credit, or eligibility for benefits like health, dental, or vision coverage.
How does the leave cap increase work?
Effective July 1, 2025, the vacation and annual leave cap increases from 640 hours to 760 hours, providing employees more flexibility to manage leave until June 30, 2027.
We’re here for you. If you have any questions, reach out to the Local 1000 Member Resource Center at 866.471.SEIU (7348).